Licensed to practice in Alabama and accepts 37 insurances. Specializes in Burnout, Life Transitions, Trauma and PTSD and 9 more.
Clients say this provider is
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and business owner of Renewed Joy Counseling, LLC. I help adults put their feelings into words and process their thoughts in a way that leads to more balanced, positive thinking. My hope is for clients to gain practical tools they can implement in their everyday life, to better their quality of life and live life to the fullest.
In our first session, we'll talk about what's bringing you to therapy and outline what you'd like to focus on. This helps me get a clear understanding of your goals, so I can create an individualized treatment plan for you.
I’m down-to-earth and use my insight to help clients gain awareness of their thought patterns. Sessions include reflection, discussion, and practical strategies that can be applied between sessions. My approach is goal-oriented and collaborative. I offer 60-minute telehealth sessions by video or phone, so clients can choose the option that feels most comfortable and convenient.
I work best with adults who are already motivated to make changes but need encouragement and accountability to stay on track. My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented to help you make meaningful progress. I enjoy working with clients who are open to self-reflection and ready to learn practical tools they can apply to their everyday life and create lasting change.
Burnout
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Anxiety
Attachment Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Emotional Regulation
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Grief
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Phobias
Christian
White
Woman
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Alabama
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Arlo
AvMed
Cash - $115 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
I incorporate DBT skills and trauma-focused workbooks to help clients better understand their emotional responses, build practical coping skills, and work through the impact of trauma in a structured and supportive way.
I use CBT to help clients recognize and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that contribute to anxiety. A favorite technique I use is "Putting Your Thoughts on Trial," where we look at the evidence for and against a thought to find a more balanced perspective.
I use ACT techniques to help clients step back from difficult thoughts and see them as thoughts rather than facts. This can make overwhelming thoughts feel less powerful and easier to manage.
3 ratings with written reviews
September 15, 2025
Mrs.Baker, was super welcoming. She listened and gave advice on coping with my problems.
August 18, 2025
Very kind and great at listening. Challenges your current behavior and thinking into more positive thoughts.
July 29, 2025
I feel as I can be open about all my feelings without any judgement and Kristy gives the best advice and is extremely helpful in moving forward with changes.